Last updated: July 17, 2026

Japan Hotel Guide (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates japanhotelguide.com. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. We keep data collection to the minimum needed to run the site.

Information We Collect

  • Analytics data — anonymous usage data (pages visited, time on site, approximate region, device type) via Google Analytics.
  • Contact form submissions — your name, email address and message, only if you choose to contact us.
  • Newsletter sign-ups — your email address, only if you subscribe. Our newsletter is delivered via Hostinger Reach.
  • Server logs — our hosting provider (Hostinger) automatically records standard technical logs (IP address, browser type, pages requested) for security and reliability.
  • Cookies — small files used for site functionality, analytics and affiliate referral tracking (see below).

How We Use Your Information

  • To operate, secure and improve the website
  • To reply to your messages
  • To send the newsletter you asked for (you can unsubscribe at any time via the link in every email)
  • To understand which guides are useful so we can write better ones

We never sell your personal data, and we never share it with third parties except the service providers listed on this page.

Affiliate Links

This site contains affiliate links to hotel booking platforms such as Booking.com, Agoda and Expedia. When you click these links, those third parties may set cookies on your device to attribute your booking. This costs you nothing extra. Please review the privacy policies of any booking site you use. Full details are on our Affiliate Disclosure page.

Cookies

We use cookies for analytics, to remember your preferences, and for affiliate referral tracking. You can disable or delete cookies in your browser settings at any time, though some site features may stop working. Where required by law, we show a consent notice before setting non-essential cookies.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics with IP anonymisation to understand how visitors use the site. This data does not identify individual users. You can opt out with the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Data Retention

  • Contact form messages: kept for up to 24 months, then deleted.
  • Newsletter addresses: kept until you unsubscribe.
  • Analytics data: retained according to Google Analytics settings (currently 14 months).

Your Rights

Depending on where you live (including the EU/UK under GDPR and California under CCPA/CPRA), you may have the right to:

  • Access a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict certain processing
  • Receive your data in a portable format
  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below. We respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.

Children’s Privacy

This site is not directed at children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from them. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us and we will delete it.

International Transfers

Our servers and service providers may be located outside your country. Where we transfer personal data internationally, we rely on our providers’ standard safeguards (such as EU Standard Contractual Clauses).

Third-Party Links

Our site links to external websites, including hotel booking platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites and encourage you to review their policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page shows the latest revision. Significant changes will be noted on this page.

Contact

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please use the contact form or email moka.contact.jp@gmail.com.

Last updated: July 17, 2026